Henry VII: Coming to and Securing the throne Flashcards
What type of claim did Henry VII have to the throne?
A weak one
Why was Henry VII’s claim to the throne weak?
It was through his mother who married a descendant of Edward III
Why did Henry’s weak claim present a problem?
It meant that other people could challenge for the crown
When was the Battle of Bosworth ?
22 August 1485
How did Richard III become king?
Usurped the throne from his nephew Edward V
Who was Richard III’s brother?
Edward IV
Where did Henry Tudor grow up?
Pembroke Castle - South Wales
Who did Henry Tudor grow up with? why?
Jasper Tudor - his uncle after his dad died.
Although it was a weak claim, why was it worth a shot?
Was the best claim for the Lancastrians
What divided England in the 15th century?
War of the Roses
How many infantry did Richard have at the Battle of Bosworth?
Around 3,000
Which social group supported Richard but didn’t generally like him?
Nobility
How many troops did Northumberland have for Richard?
Around 4000
Where was Northumberland’s army mainly from?
North
Who was the Duke of Northumberland?
Henry Percy
Who were the Stanley brothers?
William and Thomas
What was the issue with the Stanley brothers?
They never fully committed to one side, they always seemed to swap and go for who was doing better
What personal link did Thomas Stanley have with Henry Tudor?
Married to his mum Elizabeth of York
What was suspicious about the Stanley brothers?
They held talks with Henry days before the Battle of Bosworth
Who helped Henry Tudor with several thousand Welshmen?
Rhys ap Thomas
Who helped Henry Tudor with several thousand Englishmen?
Earl of Oxford
How many troops did the French King give Henry Tudor?
1,800
Where did Henry Tudor go into exile with Jasper?
France
What did Henry not have that Rhys and Earl of Oxford did?
Military experience
